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did i harm my baby when i smoked marijuana???

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i'm 16 weeks pregnant and i didnt know i was until about 10 weeks because my period is soooo irregular i didnt think i was pregnant, well i smoked marijuana but as soon as i found out i stoped but now im so worried i harmed my baby?? what is the damamge i might have caused??

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Only time will tell. Be aware that it is possible that you and your baby will be drug tested when you deliver. If found with the substance in your system, the hospital can call in CPS. CPS can take your baby away. You will then be investigated by CPS and will have to pass all their tests in order to end the investigation. You can also have felony child endangerment charges filed against you and you will have to hire a lawyer and defend your case. You could go to prison for up to 20 years if convicted. You will have a criminal record and it will be very difficult for you to get a job. You will be subjected to much embarrassment and predjudice from family, friends and future employers. Fact- marijuana usage during pregnancy puts your baby risk for premature labor, small birthweight, placenta previa, leukemia, suppressed immune system, ADHD, ADD, learning disabilities particularly speech problems, ear infections, mental retardation. So go ahead girlfriend...smoke away.

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